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Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. JOB OVERVIEW Saronic is seeking an EE R&D Technician to support rapid electrical prototyping, integration, and troubleshooting for R&D hardware. This role partners closely with electrical engineers to validate designs, build and rework electrical assemblies, execute functional testing, and improve process discipline and safety. RESPONSIBILITIES - Assemble and route wire harnesses and cable assemblies based on drawings, schematics, and engineering input - Integrate harnesses into USVs and MUSVs, including confined marine compartments, watertight enclosures, and externally mounted hardware - Work with engineering to iterate on harness designs, lengths, routing, and termination details during prototyping and system bring-up - Solder and terminate to solder cup style connectors, including ODU and similar high-density circular connectors - Ensure robust electrical connections, proper shielding, environmental sealing, and strain relief per marine and defense standards - Accurately document all build steps, revisions, rework, deviations, and configuration changes in accordance with internal procedures - Support development and maintenance of work instructions and configuration-controlled documentation - Maintain an organized and safe work environment, including tool management and inventory tracking - Willingness to travel to other Saronic locations up to 25% of the time QUALIFICATIONS - 2+ years of hands-on experience in harness assembly, preferably in R&D or prototyping environments - Proficiency in reading wiring schematics, connector tables, and mechanical routing drawings - Experience soldering to solder cup style connectors such as ODU or similar precision connectors - Familiarity with MIL-spec connectors (e.g., D38999), marine-rated cables, and environmental sealing techniques - Demonstrated ability to document work clearly and thoroughly for traceability and compliance - IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification preferred - Familiarity with NAVSEA electrical practices and/or ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) requirements is a plus - Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced engineering team - Must be a U.S. Person (due to ITAR-regulated programs) PHYSICAL DEMANDS: - Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day - Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 20 lbs. - The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs - Ability to work outside for an extended period of time - Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframes - Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain - Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day - Climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures - Ability to find issues in a work process and be alert to safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing - Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time - Exposures to hazardous materials and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures - Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines BENEFITS: Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care Saronic pays 100%